Historical Events tagged with "mount lamington"
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Natural Disasters
Mount Lamington Eruption Decimates Local Population
January 21st, 1951 74 years ago
The catastrophic eruption of Mount Lamington in Papua New Guinea resulted in the deaths of 2,942 individuals. The eruption was notable for its pyroclastic flows, which destroyed villages and significantly altered the local landscape. The event took place near the town of Popondetta, causing widespread devastation and leading to the displacement of survivors. The volcanic activity was unexpected, and residents had little warning to prepare for the impending disaster.
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